Herman Caskey

1936 – 2020

Herman D. Caskey, 84, of Ashland, Kentucky passed away peacefully August 1st in King’s Daughters Medical Center following a sudden illness. He was the son of Arbie T. Caskey and Verna Gross Caskey Branham.

Preceding him in death were four brothers and two sisters; two grandsons, Austin White and Houston Clark. He leaves behind his loving wife of 46 years Carolyn M. Caskey, a daughter Kim Vannatter, two sons Kristin (Summer) Caskey and Kyle (Leah) Caskey, all of Ashland, Kentucky. He was blessed with eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren who were the light of his life. Grandchildren: Austin White, Houston Clark, Amanda Clark, Bryan Clark, Jaden Stevens, Reagan Stevens, Kylie Caskey, Ethan Caskey, Rhiannon Gullett, Aiden Caskey, Mason Caskey and Eve Caskey. Great grandchildren: Alex Clark, Noah Dameron, Lee Anna Clark, Maverick Harris and Jacob Gullett. With loving arms, he welcomed all that wanted to call him Papaw.

Herman spent his entire life building his company Caskey Roofing. Working from sunup to sundown, every day. Hiring those that did not know the trade to teach them, instill good work ethics and lending a helping hand wherever he could. He was a father figure or friend to everyone he met.

He will be deeply missed by family and friends; and by all that knew and loved him.

There will be no service due to the Covid19. Cremation will be done with Evans Funeral Home in Raceland, Kentucky.

He did not have insurance so if you would like to help the family with expenses or send your condolences to the family, please send to: Carolyn Caskey, 2140 Belmont Street, Ashland, Kentucky 41101.

Lena Wireman

1956 - 2020

Lena Hieneman Wireman, 63, of Greenup, Kentucky passed away suddenly Friday, July 31, 2020.

Lena was born November 26, 1956 in Ironton, Oh, to the late Fred Andrew “Boots” and Mary Alice Patterson Hieneman.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Glen Wireman and two brothers; Harold Ray and Arthur Hieneman.

Lena was a graduate of Greenup County High School, a homemaker, enjoyed gardening, cooking, and family cookouts.

Lena is survived by her three daughters; Kala Carter and her husband Landon of Viera, Fl., Kelly Jo Wireman of Greenup, and Alice Jean Spears and her husband Jesse of Greenup, and a step daughter; Cari Bonhomme and her husband Mike of Chapin, SC. In addition to her daughters she is survived by a brother; Curtis Hieneman and his wife Janet of Greenup, and sister – in-law, Phyllis Hieneman of Greenup. Also surviving are her precious grandchildren; Cadie Hall, Derek Hall, Luke Carter, Elizabeth Carter, Kadence Russell, Meadow Spears, Lillian Spears, Anniston Pace, and Harken Spears.

Funeral services Monday, August 3, 2020 at Music Family Funeral Home Pastor Kenny Martin officiating.

Burial Hieneman Cemetery on Coal Branch.

Arrangements Music Family Funeral Home in Greenup.

Harold Dixon

1944 – 2020

Harold Ray Dixon, 75, of Ashland went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 31, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was born in Ashland on August 9, 1944 a son of the late Delbert and Mary Hall Dixon.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy, an Armco retiree, a member of the Grayson Nazarene Church and a Kentucky Colonel. For a while he was a meat butcher, a truck driver, a school teacher but his most precious job was serving the Lord as a Nazarene Minister.

In his travels Harold touched many people, his wisdom and knowledge of the Lord was nearly unbelievable.

He was preceded in death along with his parents by his wife, Frances Faye Stephens Dixon in 2008 and a sister, Delores Meenach.

He is survived by his daughter, Jeana Catherine Miller and her husband Brandon of Load; two granddaughters, Bailee Miller and Brooklyn Miller; four brothers, Don Dixon and his wife Phyllis of Lexington, Bob Dixon of Nashville. Delbert Dixon Jr. and his wife Lois of Willard and James Dixon and his wife Opal of Summit; a sister, Dorothy Lawhorn of Ashland; his fiancé, Freda Spears; two sister in laws, Darlene Stephens and Cathie Whitt along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins extended family and friends.

Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at Wright’s Funeral Home in Greenup KY by Brothers Jimmy Harris and Charles Bayless.

Burial Rose Hill Burial Park in Ashland KY.

Visitation Tuesday 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

Online condolences may www.wrightsfuneralhome.com.

Anna Ramey

1946 - 2020

Anna Belle Wright Ramey, 73, of Raceland, KY, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020, at her residence.

Ms. Ramey was born September 9, 1946, in Ashland, KY, to the late Northrup and Elizabeth Skaggs Wright.

In addition to her parents, Anna was preceded in death by her loving husband, Stanley Ramey; a grand-daughter, Carly Dillow; two brothers, Ted and Pleas Wright; and three sisters, Georgia Fields, Patricia Dillow, and Dixie Wright.

Ms. Ramey was a Plant Assistant for Pactiv in Wurtland, KY and attended Russell First Baptist Church in Russell, KY.

Ms. Ramey is survived by her three sons, Carl (Jane) Dillow of Ironton, OH, Jesse (Denise) Dillow of Ashland, KY, and Tony (Joy) Dillow of Louisa, KY; three daughters, Rhonda Armstrong of Raceland, KY, Rebecca Dillow of Kingsport, TN, and Lori Dillow of Raceland, KY; step-son, Drew (Erin) Ramey of Washington, DC; seventeen grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; one sister, Julie Dillow of Ashland, KY; two sisters-in-law, Phyllis Wright of Flatwoods, KY and Linda Wright of Mt. Sterling, KY; a brother-in-law, Larry Fields of Greenup, KY; and a host of extended family and friends.

Funeral service Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at Bailey Family Funeral Home in Flatwoods, KY. Burial will follow at Ashland Cemetery in Ashland, KY.

Condolences can be expressed at baileyfamilyfuneralhome.com

Mollie Harris

1930 – 2020

Mollie Marie Triplett Harris, 89, of Worthington, passed away July 28, 2020 at Boyd Nursing and Rehab.

Mrs. Harris was born August 3, 1930 in Mingo County, WV., a daughter of the late Johnny and Rebecca Poplin Triplett.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles William Harris; six sisters, Mary Margaret Traylor, Dorothy Osborne, Rhebie Gullett, Gracie Brown, Stella Slaughter and Sylvia McDermott;  four brothers, Ellis, Jimmy, Troy and Bobby Dan Triplett; along with a great-granddaughter, Maddison Gollihue; special friend, Homer Haney.

Mollie was the former owner of Harris Grocery Store. She enjoyed crocheting, Gardening, fishing and spending time with her family and friends. She is the past President of the AMVETS Lady Auxiliary Post 95. Mrs. Harris was also a founding member of the Greenup County War Memorial.

She is survived by one brother, Carl (Jerri) Triplett; two sons, Everett Lee (Sophia) Harris and John (Cheryl) Harris; one daughter, Jeanette (Ken) Bradford; four grandchildren, Scott (Lesley) Bradford, Vanessa Hall, CB (Sherry) Harris and Amanda Harris; 12 great-grandchildren, Hayden Conn, Alexis Gollihue, Bailey, Morrison and Samantha Patton; Chloe, Cheney and Callan Bradford, Morgan, Isabella, Jacob, Caleb and Justin Harris.

Funeral services  Friday, July 31, 2020 at Carman Funeral Home with Dr. Tom Melvin officiating.

Burial Freeman Cemetery.

James Boggs

1929 - 2020

James Boggs, 91, of Lexington, formerly of Ashland, passed away July 30, 2020 at his residence.

Mr. Boggs was born June 8, 1929 to the late Harry Arbie and Julia Boggs in Ashland.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by five brothers and three sisters.

James was baptized and became a member of the Russell Christian Church, now Bridges Christian Church. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Army; he enlisted in the service at the age of 16 with his grandmother authorizing his enlistment. Mr. Boggs was a former Electrician for Calgon and former Production Manager for FW Means in Lexington and Standard Overall in Ashland; after retiring he began a breakfast for other retirees that met on the first Friday of each month to enjoy fellowship. He received the honor of Kentucky Colonel and Kentucky Admiral. James was a member of the Poage Masonic Lodge No. 325 in Ashland. In his younger years he enjoyed fishing and going to Myrtle Beach.

James was a hard worker but his family and God came first. Once, while playing golf with his daughter, Cynthia, he played golf for the first time, making a hole-in-one.

He is survived by his soulmate and loving wife of 69 years, Ruth Douglas Boggs; one daughter, Cynthia (David) Grannis-Jones; two grandsons, Dustin (Allison) Grannis and Cole (Stacey) Grannis; along with his grand-dog, Missy; as well as a host of many of close family and friends.

In lieu of flowers donations are suggested to Bridges Christian Church or AARF.

Private graveside services Bellefonte Memorial Gardens.

Carman Funeral Home.

Clara Oxley

1934 - 2020

Clara Lee Wilson Oxley, 85, of Ashland, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020 in Kingsbrook Life Care Center.

Ms. Oxley was born October 4, 1934, to the late Boyd and Pearl Lester Wilson.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Oxley; one brother, Jack Wilson; and one sister, Anna Jean Mann.

Clara was of the Pentecostal Faith. She enjoyed sewing clothes for her daughter and grandchildren as well as making outfits for dolls.

Surviving is one daughter, Missy (Randy) Smith; two sons, Jerry (Carol) Frisby and David Frisby; grandchildren, Michael (Jodi) Frisby, Justin Frisby, Jordan (Bruce Morrison) Smith and Brandon (Caitlin) Smith; one great-granddaughter, Evelyn Claire Smith; special friend from Kingsbrook, Sandy Keaton; and her baby doll, Rosie.

The family would like to thank the staff of Kingsbrook for the exceptional care provided to Clara.

Funeral services Monday, August 3, 2020 at Carman Funeral Home.

Burial in Bellefonte Memorial Gardens.

Mary Dawson

1929-2020

Mary Elizabeth Reed “Liz” Dawson, 91, of McCormick, SC, formerly of Russell, KY, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020 at the Self Regional Medical Center in Greenwood, SC, following a brief illness.

Liz was born January 12, 1929 in Elsie (Magoffin County), KY, a daughter of the late Campbell Smith and Easter Caudill Reed.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, William Wesley “Barlow” Dawson; brothers, Jennings, Hager, Ramey, Eli, Odell and Woodford Reed; sisters, Modie Reed Howard and Monnie Reed Roark.

Liz was a graduate of Salyersville High School and earned her bachelor’s degree from Morehead State University.

Liz and her late husband Barlow were longtime members of Bridges Christian Church in Russell and also members of the El Hasa Shriners Motor Corp.

For a short time she worked as a key puncher at the former Ashland Oil, Inc. executive offices in Russell. She was co-owner and bookkeeper of the Kilbourne Machine Shop, a family business she and Barlow had the opportunity to acquire and operate for many years.

Survivors include her sons, Mark R. Dawson and fiancé Lisa Preston of McCormick, SC, Lennie W. Dawson and wife Valerie of Hastings. MN; granddaughter, Amber Dawson; sister-in-laws, Garnett Reed and Ruth Reed; and a host of extended family and friends.
Graveside funeral services Monday, August 3, 2020 at the Ashland Cemetery by Chaplain Jim Smedley.

To leave a condolence steenfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Liz’s memory to Community Hospice, 1480 Carter Avenue, Ashland, KY 41101

We ask those attending to please continue to observe COVID-19 guidelines and social distancing.

James Limberis

1928 – 2020

James Paul Limberis, 92, of Ashland, KY went to be with the Lord on Monday July 27, 2020 at his home.

Mr. Limberis was born January 3, 1928 in Orr, KY, a son of the late Chris and Sena Barker Limberis. He was also preceded in death by all his siblings.

James is survived by two daughters, Linda (Ed) Richardson, Lois Limberis; one son, Paul (Belva) Limberis; five grandchildren; four great grandchildren as well as his extended family and loved ones.

A memorial service for James Paul Limberis will be held later hosted by his family.

Jay Hensley

1941 – 2020

Jay Hensley, 79, of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, husband of Angela Ross Hensley, died Monday morning, July 27, 2020 at Community Hospice Care Center following an extended illness.

Jay was born March 30, 1941 in Greenup County, Kentucky, a son of the late Judson and Virgie Kirk Hensley.

He was a member of Garner Missionary Baptist Church, retired from AK Steel, and a US Navy veteran. Jay was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by a sister; Janice Daniels, and 2 brothers; Vogie and Donald Hensley. Surviving, in addition to his wife, include a son; Steven Hensley, and wife Janice, of Brecksville, Ohio. 2 daughters; Traci Hensley of Ashland, Kentucky, and Brooke Hensley of Catlettsburg, Kentucky. A sister; Mae Willis, and husband Ronnie, of Flatwoods, Kentucky, and 3 grandchildren; Ryan, Elyse, and Jack Hensley.

Funeral Services Friday, July 31, 2020 Preston Family Funeral Home Brother Bobby Quillen and Brother Charles Knipp.

Burial Bellefonte Memorial Gardens.

Contributions Garner Missionary Baptist Church, 19231 State Route 3, Rush, KY 41168 or to Community Hospice, 1480 Carter Avenue, Ashland, Kentucky 41101.

Richard Nickel

1955 - 2020

Richard F. Nickel, 65, of South Shore, Kentucky passed away July 28, 2020. He was born in Portsmouth, Ohio, March 25, 1955, a son of the late Gilbert Nickel and Pearl Hunt Nickel.

Richard was retired from Flour Construction and an avid classic car enthusiast.

Preceded in death besides his parents is one sister, Nellie Patton.

Surviving are his wife, Teresa Nickel, two sons, Tony Nickel of South Shore, Kentucky, Travis (Nichelle)  Nickel of Germantown, Illinois, step son, Wes Stone of Lucasville, Ohio, one step daughter, Amiee (Dave) Alderson of Bentonville, AR, two brothers, Art (Phyllis) Nickel of South Shore, KY, Tom (Edie) Nickel of Knoxville, TN, one sister, Tammy (Tim) Adkins of Lucasville, Ohio, seven grandchildren, Bryson Nickel, Andrew Nickel, Braden Nickel, Abby Stone, Emma Stone, Cameron Nickel and Parker Alderson and a host of extended family and friends.

Services July 31, 2020 Roberson Funeral Home in South Shore, Kentucky with Minister Jack Hall and Minister David Bentley officiating.

Burial Sunset Cemetery, Quincy, Kentucky.

Online condolences robersonfuneral.com

Jason Cooper

1979 – 2020

Jason Lee Cooper, 40, of Ashland, passed away at home July 31, 2020 at his home.

Jason was born December 15, 1979 in Ashland, Kentucky to Ronald and Pamela Kemper Cooper of Ashland.

He was a self-employed carpenter, loved hunting, fishing, drawing and was a big superhero fan.

Jason is survived by his parents, Ronald and Pam Kemper Cooper of Ashland; two sons, Peyton Lee Cooper and Eli Dean Cooper, both of Fairmont, WV; one sister, Stacey Caniff and her husband Brandon of Cincinnati, OH; nephew, Sawyer Caniff; aunts and uncles, Anna Rigsby and husband, David of Flatwoods, and Brenda Tackett and husband Wayne of Raceland; cousins, Amber Tackett, April Wright and Ashley Tackett-Evans, along with a host of extended family and friends.

Memorial Services Monday, August 3, 2020 Caniff Funeral Home Rev. Ashley Tackett-Evans officiating.

Burial Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Caniff Funeral Home, 528 Wheatley Road, Ashland, KY 41101 to help the family with funeral expenses.

Glema Conley Grubb

1930 – 2020

Glema Conley Grubb, 90, of Catlettsburg, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at her home, surrounded by her family.

Mrs. Grubb was born May 27, 1930 in Johnson County, KY to the late Franklin P. and Elsie Whitt Conley.

She was also preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, James Fredrick “Jim” Grubb in 2015, her siblings, Orville Conley, Wendell Conley, Darrell Conley, Sr, Delbert Conley, Emogene Hanners and Mildred Brooks.

Glema was a graduate of Wurtland High School and retired in 1993 from Western Steer Steakhouse, she had also worked for Sylvania in Huntington, WV. Her hobbies were quilting and cooking; she was a member of Cane Creek Baptist Church in Argillite, KY.

Surviving are Glema’s children, James “David” and Kimberly of Catlettsburg, KY and Lisa and Chris of Rush, KY, nine grandchildren, four great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services Friday, July 30, 2020 at the Neal Funeral Home, 2409 Center Street, Catlettsburg, KY. Pastor Larry Garvin will officiate.

Final resting place in Rose Hill Burial Park.

Condolences kilgorecollierfuneralhome.com.

Wesley Breeding

1938 - 2020

Wesley Breeding, Sr., 82, husband of Loretta Sue Cole Breeding of Argillite, passed away, Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at the Huntington VA Hospital.

He was born May 11, 1938 in Halo, Kentucky a son of the late Irvin and Julia Ann Burke Breeding.

Mr. Breeding attended Wheelwright High School, and then served in the United States Marine Corp. He later worked for General Telephone Company (GTE) as PBX Repairman. His greatest joy was his four great-grandchildren who he enjoyed time with just before his death.

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Loretta Cole Breeding; two daughters Tamala and her husband Bill of Argillite, KY and Angela and her husband Brent of Berea, Ky and one son, Wesley Breeding, Jr and his wife Dana of Braselton, GA. His is also survived by eight grandchildren (Jennifer Morgan (Morris) Duckworth, Brandon Morgan (Elizabeth), Tyler Martin, Rudy Breeding, Andrew Breeding, Samantha Breeding, Tonya Baker and Megan Baker) three step-grandchildren (Nick Martin, Joseph Frederickson, and Jamie Ledonne), and four great-grandchildren (Mila and Ethan Morgan, and Isabella and Landry Duckworth).

Private graveside services by Brent Baker at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Northeast.

Reed Funeral Home in Greenup.

Condolences www.rlrfuneralhome.com

Oral Groves

1930 - 2020

Oral R. Groves, 90, of Flatwoods, Kentucky departed this earth for his Heavenly home on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at Sanctuary of the Ohio Valley in Ironton Ohio.

He was born February 14, 1930 in Roane County, West Virginia a son of the late John and Ledona Groves.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Mary Delores; a daughter Virginia Ann; a brother Warren Blaine; and a sister Doris Maxine May. He is survived by three sons Stephen (Gloria), Mark (Francis), and David (Debbie): 5 grandchildren Daniel, Jauhn, Dalton, Derek and Samantha; one great grandchild Isaac and a brother Charles (Ruth).

Oral was a member of the Fifth Street Church of Christ in Huntington West Virginia. He served his country proudly in the United States Army and fought in the Korean War. He retired from the Kroger Company after 40 years of service.

Graveside service August 3, 2020 at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North East in Greenup, Kentucky by Jaime Leonard.

Military rites Kenova American Legion Post 95.

Reed Funeral Home.

Condolences www.rlrfuneralhome.com.

Donna Young

1953 - 2020

Donna Marie Welch Young, 67, of Ashland, KY, passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2020, at King’s Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY.

Ms. Young was born June 19, 1953, in Greenup, KY to the late James W. and Marie Holt Welch.

In addition to her parents, Ms. Young was preceded in death by eight siblings: John William Welch, Betty June Horn, Richard D. Welch, Glada Ann Crum, Frances Carolyn Horn, Bobby David Welch, and Paul Edward Welch.

Ms. Young was a retired nurse who loved traveling, reading, and quilting. Donna was a 1971 graduate of Wurtland High School and a 1976 graduate of Pulaski, Arkansas Vo-Tech School of Practical Nursing. She attended Wurtland Nazarene in Wurtland, KY.

Ms. Young is survived by her loving son, Jason (Roxy) Young of San Francisco, CA; a sister, Georgia Kay Bruce of South Shore, KY; many beloved nieces and nephews; and a host of extended family and friends.

Memorial service 1 p.m. Tuesday, August 4, 2020,  Bailey Family Funeral Home in Flatwoods, KY with Pastor Scott Hill officiating.

Visitation until time of service on Tuesday at the funeral home.

Anna Ramey

1946 - 2020

Anna Belle Wright Ramey, 73, of Raceland, KY, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020, at her residence.

Ms. Ramey was born September 9, 1946, in Ashland, KY, to the late Northrup and Elizabeth Skaggs Wright.

In addition to her parents, Anna was preceded in death by her loving husband, Stanley Ramey; a grand-daughter, Carly Dillow; two brothers, Ted and Pleas Wright; and three sisters, Georgia Fields, Patricia Dillow, and Dixie Wright.

Ms. Ramey was a Plant Assistant for Pactiv in Wurtland, KY and attended Russell First Baptist Church in Russell, KY.

Ms. Ramey is survived by her three sons, Carl (Jane) Dillow of Ironton, OH, Jesse (Denise) Dillow of Ashland, KY, and Tony (Joy) Dillow of Louisa, KY; three daughters, Rhonda Armstrong of Raceland, KY, Rebecca Dillow of Kingsport, TN, and Lori Dillow of Raceland, KY; step-son, Drew (Erin) Ramey of Washington, DC; seventeen grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; one sister, Julie Dillow of Ashland, KY; two sisters-in-law, Phyllis Wright of Flatwoods, KY and Linda Wright of Mt. Sterling, KY; a brother-in-law, Larry Fields of Greenup, KY; and a host of extended family and friends.

Service July 29, 2020, at Bailey Family Funeral Home in Flatwoods, KY.

Burial Ashland Cemetery in Ashland, KY.

Robert Riley

1945 - 2020

Robert Ray Riley Jr., 75, of Lucasville, Ohio formerly Greenup, Ky. passed away peacefully at his home in Lucasville.

Robert was born June 29, 1945 in Greenup, Ky to the late Robert Ray Sr. and Causetta Kilburn Riley.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son Seth Riley and two brothers; Kenneth and Earl Riley.

Robert retired from CSX as a tow motor driver and way a jack of all trades and believer in Christ.

Surviving him are five sons; Larry Riley (Charmaine) of Lucasville, Danny Riley of Latham, Oh., Timothy Riley of Piketon, Scott Riley of West Portsmouth, and Joey Riley (Kristen) of Paris, Ky., one daughter; Bobbie Shepherd (Jammie) of Piketon, and two step children, Barbara Paul (Jimmy) of Greenup and Wayne Lee of Portsmouth. Also surviving him are one brother; Jack Riley of Greenup, three sisters; Shelby Tolliver of Greenup, Geneva Ratliff of Greenup, and Linda Hupp of Columbus, and many grand and great grandchildren.

Visitation 11 – 1 Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at Music Family Funeral Home in Greenup.

Services Tuesday.

Burial Buffalo Furnace Cemetery in Argillite.

Arrangements Music Family Funeral Home in Greenup.

Claude Foreman

1956 - 2020

Claude William (Hopper) Foreman, 63, of Flatwoods, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at the Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Kentucky after bravely facing prostate cancer.

Claude was born July 30, 1956 in Niagara Falls, New York. He was preceeded in death by his father, the late Bill Foreman and sister, Christine Foreman of Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada.

He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years of marriage, Sylvia Lynn (Dillow) Foreman, Flatwoods, Kentucky.

Also surviving are his mother, Shirley Gladys Foreman of St. Catherines, Ontario, Canada. Two sisters, Debbie (Herby) Thorne of Hastings, Ontario, Canada, Brenda Foreman (Rick Vance) of St. Catherines, Ontario, Canada; two Brothers, Ricky (Liz) Foreman, Chipawa, Ontario, Canada, Jay (Sue) Foreman of Ridgeway, Ontario, Canada.

In-Laws, Phyllis Salyers, South Point, Ohio, Garnet and David Bussell, Greenup, Kentucky., Molly and Rick Grubbs, Douglasville, Georgia, Joe and Marsha Dillow, Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Ken Dillow, Flatwoods, Kentucky, Carl Dillow, Ironton, Ohio, Edna Dillow, Coal Grove, Ohio, Julie Dillow, Summit, Kentucky.

Also many nieces, nephews in both Canada, Ohio, and Kentucky.

Claude was a member of the Advance Methodist Church in Flatwoods, Kentucky.

He had a love for the state of Florida from childhood and eventually met his wife, Sylvia there. Claude made Florida his home for over twenty years. While in Florida, Claude spent years building yachts.

Claude's avid love for Bingo lead him to become a bingo caller in Bay Indies Retirement Community in Venice, Florida and he played Bingo for years in Kentucky.

For more than ten years, Claude was an employee of the two area WalMart stores.

Claude loved his dogs, Budda, Chi Chi, Chickamonga, Precious and his bird (Piggy) and treated them like family members. He and Sylvia have helped out at a number of animal rescues in Venice, Florida and the Ashland area.

Memorial service Thursday July 30, 2020 at Reed Funeral Home in Greenup, Kentucky.

Condolences rlrfuneralhome.com.

Deborah Navy

1954 - 2020

Deborah Navy, 65, of Ashland, passed away July 31, 2020 at her residence.

Ms. Navy was born December 11, 1954 in Portsmouth to Hildegard Dorfler O’Banion and the late Paul O’Banion.

In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by one brother, Charles O’Banion.

Deborah retired from Huntington High School as an Art Teacher; painting and guiding young artist was a true passion of hers.

She didn’t cook much, but the food network was her favorite station to watch while enjoying a meal of Chinese. Ms.

Navy was a funny woman who would offer a warm smile to anyone. 

She is survived by four daughters, Robyn (Evyian) Terry, Vicky Blankenship, Sarah (Eric) Beasley and Jeanna Cumpton; grandchildren, Kodi Lewis, Isaac Massie, Gabby Blankenship, Haylee Clifton, Shayla Griffith, Joshua Lynch, Lexie Cumpton, Aubry Cumpton, Ray Terry and Gryffen Terry; two brothers, Wayne O’Banion and Max O’Banion; and two sisters, Michelle (Windel Chaffins) Cumpton and Donna (Jeff) Nichols.

A celebration of life Monday, August 3, 2020 at Carman Funeral Home.